panache

/pəˈnæʃ/ (bre, ipa) · /pəˈnæʃ/ (ame, ipa) · /pə-ˈnash -ˈnäsh/ (ame, mw)

panache — noun

1. a bold, stylish confidence that makes the way someone acts, speaks, or performs

1.名詞C2
釋義

a bold, stylish confidence that makes the way someone acts, speaks, or performs feel impressive and exciting.

例句

Sana answered the tough interview question with calm panache.

with panache = in a stylish, confident way

Quinn skated onto the stage with panache during the charity show.

同義詞
  • flair

    close in meaning, but often stresses natural talent more than public show

  • verve

    adds energy and liveliness, even when the style is less polished

  • elegance

    more restrained and graceful, with less bold display

  • swagger

    stronger and can sound arrogant, while panache is usually admired

反義詞
  • awkwardness

    suggests a lack of confidence and smooth style

  • dullness

    suggests plainness and a lack of exciting style

文法句型

with panache

show panache

add panache to + noun

用法筆記

Often follows with when it describes the way an action or performance is done. It can also appear with add panache to when a person, costume, or design gives an event extra style and confidence.

常見錯誤

❌She handled the debate with a panache.
✅She handled the debate with panache.
💡In this meaning, panache is usually uncountable, so it normally appears without 'a'.